Biography

Ania Ueno served for over a decade at Howard University’s Center for African Studies, most recently as Communications Director, leading strategic communications, digital content, and brand storytelling to advance the Center’s academic, cultural, and global presence. She holds an M.A. in African Studies from Howard University.

At Howard, Ania led communications initiatives that strengthened institutional visibility and supported global engagement. She built and managed the Center’s digital communications infrastructure and led communications for approximately 30 events annually, alongside ongoing academic, cultural, and outreach programs. She led the promotion of the Gold Road Interactive Map Project, which generated nearly 200,000 views, and advised departments and affiliated initiatives on communications strategy.

Her background includes leadership in program operations and cross-functional collaboration, including prior experience as Operations Director at a national nonprofit supporting women’s health initiatives across the United States.

Ania brings a global perspective shaped by experience across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. She has contributed to the Children’s Africana Book Awards for over a decade and serves on the board of Africa Access, advancing her commitment to cultural understanding and youth engagement.

Her work sits at the intersection of storytelling, strategy, and global engagement.

For additional experience, visit her LinkedIn profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aniaueno/